Academics

The Odum School of Ecology uses a multidisciplinary approach to provide an unparalleled experience to its undergraduate students. To be prepared for careers in ecology, students are provided a solid foundation in the fundamental sciences of biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics and data analysis. With these tools, students then investigate more broadly the patterns of biodiversity through elective courses in geography, anthropology, natural history, environmental law and a host of other subjects. The Odum School offers doctoral, master’s, and certificate programs that provide students with an interdisciplinary course of study, allowing them to develop a broad background in ecology and related disciplines. Our graduates have gone on to successful careers in academia as well as the public and private sectors. Our alumni are employed in a variety of positions, including as university faculty, policy analysts, conservation directors, executives in nonprofit organizations, and officers in government agencies.

Upcoming Events

Eugene P. Odum Lecture

10:15 am

Ecology Building Ecology Auditorium (Room 201)

Research Data Consultations

12:00 pm

Main Library Data Studio @ Main (Main Library Room 300) and

Climate and Water Research Slam

1:00 pm

Caldwell Hall 0204

Latest News

Dean’s Corner, March 2026

Dean Mark Hunter discusses the importance of collaboration across the Odum School’s mission of teaching, research and outreach.

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Newest round of Presidential Interdisciplinary Seed Grants announced

Ecology faculty John Drake, Andrew Park, Charles van Rees, Scott Carver and Seth Wenger are members of teams that will be funded by 2025 Presidential Interdisciplinary Seed Grants.

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UGA receives $1.5 million from the Moore Foundation to support postdoctoral training

Jeb Byers is one of eight faculty members chosen to mentor postdoctoral researchers that will strengthen UGA’s research capacity in the natural sciences.

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Commitment To Research

Researchers at the Odum School of Ecology are addressing today’s pressing and complex issues, from global climate change to water policy to infectious diseases – and much more. With expertise in areas including ecosystems, disease, conservation and aquatics, Odum School faculty are at the forefront of cutting-edge research.

Infectious Disease Ecology
Infectious Disease Ecology
Ecosystem Ecology / Biogeochemistry
Ecosystem Ecology / Biogeochemistry
Evolutionary Ecology / Biogeography
Evolutionary Ecology / Biogeography
Sustainability Science / Conservation Ecology
Sustainability Science / Conservation Ecology
Aquatic / Watershed Ecology
Aquatic / Watershed Ecology
Movement Ecology
Movement Ecology